Energy Education for Grades 4-5

Posted on April 22, 2021

by Monique B

According to a recent estimate, more than half of the electricity used in the U.S. in 2020 was generated through fossil fuels, or non-renewable energy sources. Find out more about fossil fuels and their effects on the environment and health, and learn about cleaner, renewable energy sources.

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Finding Out About Nuclear Energy

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